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Do you ever wonder what makes us tick? The way we act, feel and even process information from the world around us? All of it starts with the brain. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta is tapping his decades of experience as a neurosurgeon to explore the many states of the brain – distracted, nourished, concussed, frightened and more. Our brains are in constant conversation with our bodies, so the condition of one can have direct effect on the other. Sanjay will provide insights into how to actually build a stronger brain and keep it sharp.
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Is There Such a Thing as the Organized Brain? from 2023-11-28T09:00
If you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed, taking out the trash or doing laundry is normally the last thing on your mind. Therapist KC Davis says that’s by design. Sometimes, brains are too focused ...
ListenThe Dating Brain in the Digital Age from 2023-11-21T10:00
Online dating has changed the way we approach and pursue relationships. Like so much in modern life, potential partners are at the mercy of an algorithm that decides who we interact with. But has t...
ListenTreating the Depressed Brain from 2023-11-14T10:00
Nearly one in five US adults are diagnosed with depression at some point in their lives. As the use of antidepressants have steadily risen since their introduction in the 1980s, what have we learne...
ListenThe Long Journey to Treat the Long Covid Brain from 2023-11-07T10:00
More than three years after the outset of the Covid-19 pandemic, many long Covid patients are still experiencing brain fog, extreme fatigue, and myriad other health issues, leaving some unable to c...
ListenStephen King on Fiction and the Frightened Brain from 2023-10-31T09:00
The spooky season can be a divisive one. Some of us love being scared, and others avoid it at all costs. Author Stephen King has been terrifying readers for nearly 50 years, and knows what makes us...
ListenThe Recipe for a Nourished Brain from 2023-10-24T09:00
Many of us have been told that foods like blueberries, salmon, and leafy greens are “good for the brain.” But what does that really mean? Can eating certain foods make us smarter? More alert? Less ...
ListenPaging Dr. Gupta: How to Cope with The Current News Cycle from 2023-10-17T09:00
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the latest news cycle, you’re not alone. That’s why, on today’s podcast, Dr. Sanjay Gupta turns to psychiatrist and author Dr. Gail Saltz from the New York Presbyte...
ListenKids, Sports&the Concussed Brain from 2023-10-10T09:00
From the NFL to youth soccer, sports teams have been forced to reckon with decades of research showing the risks of repeated blows to the head through contact sports. At the same time, participatio...
ListenThe Good, the Bad and the Unknown of the Menopausal Brain from 2023-10-03T09:00
What happens in the brain during menopause? As it turns out, the brain gets remodeled, and even rewired, during that very specific time of life. And, while menopause often includes symptoms like ho...
ListenMichael Pollan Spills the Beans on the Caffeinated Brain from 2023-09-26T09:00
Are you someone who needs a cup of coffee or spot of tea to start the day? Would you be surprised to hear that the key ingredient, the thing that gives you that morning boost - caffeine - is also a...
ListenThe Rested Brain from 2023-09-19T09:00
From work responsibilities to social engagements to family commitments, our days are jam-packed, and it can be tough to give your brain a break. Rest is an important ingredient for good health, but...
ListenThe Distracted Brain from 2023-09-12T09:00
If you have trouble focusing on books, work, or even TV shows, you’re not alone. The fact is our attention spans are getting shorter. And it can feel like our ability to perform and be productive i...
ListenChasing Life with the Gupta Family from 2023-09-05T08:00
Over the last year on the podcast Sanjay has been having some very candid conversations with his family. On this special episode of Chasing Life, we revisit conversations with his wife, Rebecca and...
ListenSanjay Investigates “Weed 7: A Senior Moment" Pt. 2 from 2023-08-29T08:00
Dr. Sanjay Gupta examines the potential benefits of medical marijuana. Over the last 10 years, Dr. Gupta's reporting on the topic has produced seven CNN documentaries. In his most recent investigat...
ListenSanjay Investigates “Weed 7: A Senior Moment” Pt. 1 from 2023-08-22T09:00
Chasing Life is taking a short break and will be back with new episodes next month. This week, we are sharing Dr. Gupta’s most recent documentary examining the potential benefits of medical marijua...
ListenLessons in Longevity from 2023-08-15T08:00
All season, we’ve been exploring how we can all make the most of our age, at any age. But can where we live improve our longevity? In this episode, Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with National Geographic ...
ListenThe Promise of Cannabis as We Age from 2023-08-08T09:00
Cannabis is often thought of as a young person’s drug. But the reality is that more and more people of all ages are asking their doctors about medical marijuana to treat a whole host of issues, fr...
ListenBiohacking...or BS? from 2023-08-01T09:00
Caloric restriction. Blood transfusions. Hormetic stress. Off-label meds. As CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent, Dr. Sanjay Gupta is often asked about the latest “hacks” for longevity that pop up in...
ListenJustine Bateman on Why She Won’t Try To Look Younger from 2023-07-25T09:00
It's no secret there’s added pressure on women to appear ‘ageless.’ But is the pressure to appear youthful getting better or worse? On this episode, Sanjay sits down with actress, filmmaker and aut...
ListenThe Myth of the Midlife Crisis from 2023-07-18T09:00
For years, people have been faced with the possibility of suffering a ‘midlife crisis’ when they near age 40. But is the concept scientifically sound? And now that millennials are entering midlife,...
ListenChasing Life presents The Prince Mixtape from 2023-07-04T09:00
The Chasing Life team is off for the holiday, we'll be back next week with another new episode. In the meantime, we are sharing another CNN Audio series, The Prince Mixtape. A series that takes lis...
ListenMaking the Most of the Bodies We Have from 2023-06-27T09:00
It’s no secret that our bodies change as we age. We can see it in decreased flexibility and endurance, and older folks can become more susceptible to injuries due to falls. However, experts say the...
ListenIs Age Really Just a Number? from 2023-06-20T09:00
Getting older is often seen as a negative, or something to avoid. But the reality is, it’s happening to us every minute of every day. Is there a better way to think about our journey through the ye...
ListenSeason Seven: Making the Most of Your Age from 2023-06-13T08:30
We're all getting older -- every minute of every day - but the word "aging" often feels like a dirty word. Why is there such stigma attached to getting older? How can we prepare to transition throu...
ListenInside the Surgeon General’s Dire Social Media Warning from 2023-06-06T09:00
A recent advisory from US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy says there’s not enough evidence to determine whether social media is safe enough for children and adolescents when it comes to their ment...
ListenSanjay Investigates “The CBD Craze” Pt. 2 from 2023-05-30T09:00
Ten years ago, when Dr. Sanjay Gupta began investigating medical marijuana, very few people had ever heard of cannabidiol, or CBD. Six years later, two-thirds of Americans were familiar with CBD an...
ListenSanjay Investigates “The CBD Craze” Pt. 1 from 2023-05-23T09:00
Ten years ago, when Dr. Sanjay Gupta began investigating medical marijuana, very few people had ever heard of cannabidiol, or CBD. Six years later, two-thirds of Americans were familiar with CBD an...
ListenSanjay investigates "Weed" Pt. 2 from 2023-05-16T09:00
Dr. Sanjay Gupta examines the potential benefits of medical marijuana. Over 10 years, Dr. Gupta's reporting on the topic has produced six CNN documentaries and a seventh is in the works. In this ep...
ListenSanjay investigates "Weed" Pt. 1 from 2023-05-09T09:00
Dr. Sanjay Gupta examines the potential benefits of medical marijuana. Over 10 years, Dr. Gupta's reporting on the topic has produced six CNN documentaries and a seventh is in the works. In this ep...
ListenChasing Life presents The Assignment with Audie Cornish from 2023-05-02T09:00
Chasing Life is taking a short break and will be back with new episodes next month. In the meantime, we want to highlight some amazing work from CNN. This week, The Assignment with Audie Cornish. T...
ListenThe Guptas on Parenting in the Social Media Era from 2023-04-04T09:00
This season, we’ve heard from experts, parents, and teens about how screen time is shaping our lives. But this has also been a family affair. On today’s episode, Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with his...
ListenInside a Lab Studying Toddlers and Touchscreens from 2023-03-28T09:00
Think back to the first time you held a smartphone or tablet in your hands. For most adults, this probably happened later in life. Now, a new generation of kids is growing up exposed to screen time...
ListenWill Banning TikTok Help Kids? from 2023-03-21T09:00
Gen Z is the first generation to truly grow up online and now they’re joining the fight to log off. In February, college student and founder of the Log Off Movement, Emma Lembke, testified in front...
ListenThe Selfie Effect on Your Brain from 2023-03-14T09:00
American teens are experiencing a rise in mental health challenges according to a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This includes high levels of sadness amid significan...
ListenHank Green on the Future of the Internet from 2023-03-07T10:00
This season, we’ve been talking about the potential dangers of social media and the amount of time we spend online. But what about the positive, educational sides of the internet? On this episode, ...
ListenBreaking Up (and Making Up) with Your Phone from 2023-02-28T10:00
These days, it’s easy to be glued to your phone and have mixed feelings about it. If you spend too little time, you feel disconnected. But too much time can make you feel bad. So, Dr. Sanjay Gupta ...
ListenHow Much Screen Time is Too Much? from 2023-02-21T10:00
Do you ever feel like you or your kids are spending way too much time on your phones? Have you ever caught yourself scrolling for hours on end? When so much of our lives center around our phones, i...
ListenHow to Raise Kids in the Digital Age from 2023-02-14T10:00
Technology has advanced at breakneck speed over the past decade. And that’s disrupted our lives — the ways we interact with each other, work, learn, and even grow up. This season looks at the impac...
ListenSeason Six: A Personal Journey for Sanjay from 2023-02-07T10:00
If you’re reading this, you’re probably looking at a phone or a computer screen. These days we spend most of our lives looking at screens – whether it’s for work, school, or fun – but how is it sha...
ListenSmelling Your Way To Love from 2022-12-06T09:30
Do you ever walk past someone who smells absolutely alluring? Maybe you even do a double take? Scent is a major component of our attraction to those around us, but how much does it actually impact ...
ListenWhy Are Doctors Prescribing Nature? from 2022-04-19T08:00
Most of us love the sensation of the sun on our skin or the sound of the ocean, but nature doesn’t just feel good; it’s also good for us! Nowadays, doctors are even starting to prescribe time outdo...
ListenHow Language Lights Up the Brain from 2022-04-12T08:00
Language allows us to connect with people from around the world. It opens our minds and hearts to new experiences and different ways of life. But learning a new language can be really difficult, so...
ListenThe Power of Music from 2022-04-05T08:00
Have you ever gone through a breakup and listened to a sad song on repeat? Why do we have such strong emotional connections to music? Well, the answer lies in our brains. On this episode, CNN’s Chi...
ListenEscaping the Grip of Social Anxiety from 2022-03-29T08:00
When you live with social anxiety, even the smallest interactions can feel catastrophic. If human beings are supposed to be social creatures, then why is socializing so daunting for some of us? CNN...
ListenIt’s Time to Stop Doom Scrolling from 2022-03-22T08:00
Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok – let’s face it, social media has become a central part of our lives. It’s where we make friends, find community, and entertain ourselves, but it can also be ha...
Listen11 Months in Space from 2022-03-15T08:00
When astronaut Christina Koch embarked on her 11-month spaceflight, she knew it would be a record-breaking mission; what she didn’t know is that she would return to Earth just at the start of a glo...
ListenYour Work is Not Your Life from 2022-03-08T09:00
It’s been a difficult few years for everyone, and people are feeling more burned out than ever. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks to author Rahaf Harfoush about being a reco...
ListenThe Health Benefits of Pets from 2022-03-01T09:00
How do pets impact our bodies and brains? Are dogs really “man’s best friend”? And are we being mind-controlled by our cats? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta hears from animal beh...
ListenYou're Not Alone from 2022-02-22T09:00
Public health experts have been warning for years about a looming “loneliness epidemic” in the United States, with serious potential impacts on our mental and physical health. But what’s the cure? ...
ListenThe Mystery of the Teenage Brain from 2022-02-15T09:00
Remember how awkward and confused you felt as a teen? It's a time of so many big changes – growth spurts, body hair, and acne, just to name a few – but perhaps the most radical transformation is go...
ListenThis Is Your Brain on Love from 2022-02-08T09:00
Love is in the air... but today we’re talking neurochemicals, not roses! CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the brain science behind falling in love and the surprising simi...
ListenWhat Memories Are Made Of from 2022-02-01T09:00
Our memories are imperfect treasures – dear to our hearts but not necessarily accurate snapshots of reality. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to neurobiologist Michael Yassa...
ListenIn Search of Lost Time from 2022-01-25T09:00
Why do some days fly by, while others never seem to end? Have we been stuck in a time warp since March 2020? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to astronaut Christina Koch abo...
ListenResetting Expectations from 2022-01-18T09:00
The twists and turns of this pandemic have left many of us uncertain of what to expect in the year ahead. But did you know that simply changing your expectations can have a tangible effect on your ...
ListenOur Top Takeaways: Worth the Wait from 2022-01-11T09:00
Does it feel like you are in an endless holding pattern? We asked a waiting expert for her top tips on how to create control when you don't know what's coming next. To learn more about how CNN pro...
ListenSmall Steps. Big Rewards from 2022-01-04T09:00
As we ring in a New Year, Dr. Sanjay Gupta hears from Chasing Life listeners about the steps they plan to take to live healthier and happier lives in 2022. Plus, guest experts share their tips for ...
ListenOur Top Takeaways: Managing Anger from 2021-12-28T09:00
Seeing red? Listen to a quick refresher from our episode on anger management. You'll hear the key takeaways from Dr. Sanjay Gupta's conversation with Professor Brad Bushman so you can learn how to ...
ListenThe Science of Grit from 2021-12-21T09:00
We're taking off this week for the holidays, but wanted to share with you another of our favorite podcasts. A Slight Change of Plans is hosted by our friend Maya Shankar, who you might remember as ...
Listen(Don’t) Call Me, Maybe from 2021-12-14T09:00
While season 3 of Chasing Life is in production, here's an episode of CNN's Margins of Error that you'll love. A surprising percentage of people today, including CNN resident numbers guy Harry Ente...
ListenIn the Blink of an Eye from 2021-12-07T09:00
After a terrible accident, a woman wakes up in the hospital with a traumatic brain injury. She records her experiences with doctors and friends, as she grapples in real time with the way her brain ...
ListenPain is a Four-Letter Word from 2021-11-30T09:00
How do you treat a disease where the cause is unknown and each patient’s symptoms are unique? CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to pain expert Dr. Carmen Green about what cau...
ListenRecipe for a Happy (and Healthy) Thanksgiving from 2021-11-23T09:00
For many of us, Thanksgiving means reuniting with friends or family we haven’t seen in a while. But before you gather around the dinner table, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta has...
ListenFood as Medicine from 2021-11-16T09:00
Is it possible that the right foods could prevent and even treat cancer? Or that a healthy diet could alleviate your depression and anxiety? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta heads...
ListenGiving Kids a Shot from 2021-11-09T09:00
CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy about vaccinating younger children. They also get candid about the mental, physical and emotional t...
ListenBreaking Up with Your Bad Habits from 2021-11-02T08:00
From doomscrolling to comfort food, bad habits are hard to break – so where do we begin? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the relationship between habits, addiction and a...
ListenFacing Your Fears from 2021-10-26T08:00
Fear brings with it a kind of powerful temptation: people want to know fear, to confront it, and maybe even conquer it. In the lead up to Halloween, we're devoting an episode to all things scary. C...
ListenWhat Are You Waiting For? from 2021-10-19T08:00
We’re always waiting for something, whether it’s in line for your morning coffee, on hold with customer service, or waiting for life-changing medical results. So how can we get better at waiting an...
ListenThe Power of Nudges from 2021-10-12T08:00
What if we told you that every time you make a decision, there are subtle factors beyond your control that steer your choice? It turns out, the way the options are laid out for us – on restaurant m...
ListenWhy Am I So Angry? from 2021-09-28T08:00
As one of the few female rockstars of the 1970s and ‘80s, Joan Jett was frustrated by the misogyny and disrespect she experienced ... but rather than be consumed by her anger, she channeled it into...
ListenPreparing for the Next Pandemic from 2021-09-21T08:00
Covid-19 taught the world a tough lesson: if we aren't prepared for a viral threat, the consequences can be catastrophic. But what does it mean to be truly prepared? The question feels more urgent ...
ListenFeeling the Heat from 2021-09-14T08:00
Record-breaking temperatures resulting from climate change are occurring more often, lasting longer, and are more intense than ever before. This is a problem that affects us all, putting our lives ...
ListenChasing a Cure from 2021-09-07T08:00
Grief is something we all experience at different stages of life, even more so during this pandemic. But what happens when you must mourn the loss of your own child? CNN journalists Andrew Kaczynsk...
ListenPresenting Hidden Brain: Unlocking Your Purpose from 2021-08-24T08:00
Chasing Life returns on September 7, but until then, here's an episode of Hidden Brain. Having a sense of purpose can be a buffer against the challenges we all face at various stages of life. Purpo...
ListenPresenting NPR's Life Kit: How To Deal With Burnout from 2021-08-10T08:00
While season 2 of Chasing Life is in production, here's an episode of NPR's Life Kit you'll love. Burnout is common across the globe, and the pandemic has only exacerbated it. In this episode, expe...
ListenHelping Grandma and Grandpa Get Back in the Groove from 2021-07-27T08:00
For the past year and a half, the pandemic has kept many older adults apart from their loved ones. But now that people are getting vaccinated, many older Americans are finally reuniting with their ...
ListenOlympians Go For Gold — Without Fans from 2021-07-20T08:00
The upcoming Tokyo Olympics will be one of the few Games ever to take place during a global pandemic. That means zero fans in the host city, no family or friends allowed and a ban on cheering. What...
ListenLet’s Talk About Making Babies (Or Deciding Not To) from 2021-07-13T08:00
It’s been a challenging time to start a family: some had to halt fertility treatments during lockdown, while others re-evaluated whether to have children at all. For today’s episode, CNN Chief Medi...
ListenTig Notaro on the Healing Power of Laughter from 2021-06-29T08:00
Scientifically speaking, what is the purpose of laughter? Why is it so important for our brains and well-being? And how might it help us get back to “normal” as we emerge from the pandemic? CNN Chi...
ListenThe Science Behind a Good Night's Sleep from 2021-06-22T08:00
We all know sleep is vital, so why do many of us still find it so difficult to prioritize? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with sleep scientist Rebecca Robbins about why we ...
ListenRaising Resilient Kids from 2021-06-15T08:00
Remote work, school closures, and no playdates: there’s no question the pandemic upended family life in ways that were simply unimaginable before. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta s...
ListenLife Is Like a Game of Poker from 2021-06-08T08:00
Covid restrictions are lifting but it’s still unclear what's entirely safe: Should we eat inside a restaurant? Go on that international vacation? Or attend an indoor wedding? CNN’s Chief Medical Co...
ListenMatters of the Heart from 2021-06-01T08:00
Heart disease remains the most common cause of death in the United States, and yet it is largely preventable. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta shares his own family history of heart...
ListenThe Body That Got Me Through from 2021-05-25T08:00
How should we think about our bodies after this stressful past year? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the power of exercise and the importance of cultivating respect and ap...
ListenThat's What Friends Are For from 2021-05-18T08:00
Did you know that friendship can actually help your brain, heart and immune system? Now that more and more Americans are getting vaccinated, people are eager to reunite with friends they might not ...
ListenThe Change We Need from 2021-05-11T08:30
Can all this change we’ve experienced actually be good for the brain? Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores how neuroscience can help us prepare for the “new normal.” He also invites us into his home for a can...
ListenIntroducing Chasing Life from 2021-05-03T08:00
For the first time in more than a year, many of us are imagining the next chapter of our lives. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta is on a mission to help us approach our new normal m...
ListenIt's Not Goodbye from 2021-04-30T08:00
This podcast was born out of a deep need to more fully understand what was happening to our lives, in our country and around the world, during a time of great uncertainty and instability. But now i...
ListenDr. Fauci's Long Year from 2021-04-29T08:00
When we look back on this pandemic, who and what will we remember? Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, is at the top of that list for many. CNN...
ListenVaccines Behind Bars from 2021-04-28T08:00
Covid-19 outbreaks have ripped through America’s correctional facilities, but access to the vaccines inside prisons and jails still varies state by state. On today’s episode, CNN’s Chief Medical Co...
ListenIndia in Crisis from 2021-04-27T08:00
India is fighting a devastating second wave of Covid-19 that has ravaged communities and hospitals across the country. In today’s episode, Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what went wrong and why it matte...
ListenWhen Truth is Stranger Than Fiction from 2021-04-26T08:00
Pandemics and apocalyptic diseases have long fascinated both writers and readers, but will we want to read about living through Covid-19? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta hears from...
ListenTyler Perry’s Pandemic Response from 2021-04-23T08:00
Filmmaker Tyler Perry is receiving an honorary Academy Award this weekend, so for today’s podcast, we revisit a conversation between CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Perry abo...
ListenWhat on Earth Happens Next? from 2021-04-22T08:30
Shifts in our behavior during the pandemic have impacted the planet, but will these changes last? On this Earth Day, CNN climate reporter Drew Kann talks with Kim Cobb, a climate scientist at Georg...
ListenAn Immunologist Challenges the Status Quo from 2021-04-21T08:00
Immunologist Akiko Iwasaki has gained a huge online following during the pandemic for tweeting out explainers of the latest Covid-19 research, as well as calling out sexism in science. CNN’s Chief ...
ListenAn American Success Story from 2021-04-20T08:00
At the end of 2020, the vaccine rollout was chaotic: appointments were hard to schedule, vaccine supplies were tight, and the U.S. had administered fewer than 3 million doses over several weeks. Bu...
ListenI Got Vaccinated, But My Family Can’t from 2021-04-19T08:00
There are still several countries that have no access to Covid-19 vaccines. CNN reporter Melissa Mahtani shares her opinion about global inequities in vaccine distribution, and how they have impact...
ListenThe Race Between Variants and Vaccines from 2021-04-16T08:00
How worried should we be about these new virus variants? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how variants arise, why they’re a threat, and which ones are most common in the ...
ListenBrazil's Covid Crisis from 2021-04-15T08:30
Covid-19 is wreaking havoc in Brazil right now, with a record number of daily deaths in recent weeks. CNN International Correspondent Matt Rivers provides an inside look at what went wrong in Brazi...
ListenHitting Pause on the J&J Vaccine from 2021-04-14T08:00
CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta walks through what we currently know about the CDC and FDA's decision to pause the use of Johnson&Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine, what this means for ...
ListenVaccine Passports from 2021-04-13T08:00
Vaccine passports might help people feel safe returning to normal and may allow the economy to recover faster, but between freedom and privacy concerns, some experts aren’t in favor. CNN Chief Medi...
ListenMore Than Just a Hospital from 2021-04-12T08:00
More than a century ago, the people of San Francisco’s Chinatown came together in the face of racism and built their own hospital. Now, Covid-19 has brought the community together again. In today’s...
ListenWhat About Vaccinating Kids? from 2021-04-09T08:00
While three Covid-19 vaccines are now available for adults in the U.S., none have been approved yet for kids under 16. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with pediatrician an...
ListenThe Songs of Spring from 2021-04-08T08:00
Spring is here again, and you might be hearing the birds busting out their pipes. In this episode, scientists Elizabeth Derryberry and Jennifer Phillips take us on a listening tour to San Francisco...
ListenWhat If the Vaccine Came to You? from 2021-04-07T08:00
President Joe Biden recently announced that all American adults will be eligible for a Covid-19 vaccine by April 19, but expanding eligibility does not necessarily guarantee access. How do we provi...
ListenOld Drugs, New Disease from 2021-04-06T08:30
As medical professionals search for new treatments to help Covid-19 patients, some researchers are taking a second look at drugs that have already been approved by the FDA. CNN Chief Medical Corres...
ListenMost Schools Closed in 1918. What Happened? from 2021-04-05T08:00
Just over 100 years ago, the U.S. was in a similar position as it is today. As more schools across the country reopen, we're revisiting CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta's conversati...
ListenPfizer's Moonshot from 2021-04-02T08:30
The rapid development and rollout of the Covid-19 vaccines has been called a moonshot – an amazing scientific discovery that will change the course of history. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. S...
ListenPlay Ball! from 2021-04-01T08:00
Baseball's Opening Day is finally here, and Major League Baseball has stepped up to the plate with new safety precautions for the pandemic. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks t...
ListenBalancing Faith and Safety from 2021-03-31T08:00
With Passover upon us, Easter this weekend and Ramadan not far after that, we decided to revisit a story about faith. CNN Senior Writer Thomas Lake spoke with a pastor in small-town South Carolina ...
ListenWhat Went Wrong at the CDC from 2021-03-30T08:00
Dr. Robert Redfield, former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention during the Trump administration, opens up to CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta about some of ...
ListenInside the White House with Dr. Deborah Birx from 2021-03-29T08:00
Dr. Deborah Birx’s tenure as the Trump White House’s Coronavirus Response Coordinator was contentious, with accusations of mismanagement. Now, Dr. Birx tells her side of the story. CNN Chief Medica...
ListenThe Debate Over Vaccine Mandates from 2021-03-26T08:00
Suppressing the spread of Covid-19 in the United States is going to require vaccinating 70-85% of the population. But what happens if not enough Americans voluntarily get the vaccine? CNN’s Chief M...
ListenShould I Stay or Go? from 2021-03-25T08:30
As more and more Americans get their COVID-19 vaccinations, some people are making travel plans, and airports are seeing bigger crowds. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Sanjay Gupta speaks with CNN’...
ListenJumping the Vaccine Line from 2021-03-24T08:00
If you’re not eligible for the vaccine yet, should you still try to get the shot early anyway? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Sanjay Gupta speaks with Arthur Caplan, Director of Bioethics at NYU’s...
ListenHow to Vaccinate the Entire World from 2021-03-23T08:00
As wealthier nations have bought up most of the world’s supply of vaccines, many lower and middle-income countries have been left behind. Today, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta s...
ListenAn Update on Airborne Transmission from 2021-03-22T08:00
How important is airflow to preventing the spread of Covid-19? As schools and other public buildings begin to reopen, Dr. Sanjay Gupta revisits a conversation with Joseph Allen, Director of the Hea...
ListenReducing Loneliness by Lending a Hand from 2021-03-19T08:00
There’s tons of evidence that loneliness can have negative impacts on our mental and even physical health. But when it comes to interventions that reduce loneliness, there is far less research. Tod...
ListenMe, Myself and BMI from 2021-03-18T08:00
Many states are making people with a certain Body Mass Index eligible for vaccines. But because weight carries such a stigma, showing up to an appointment may not be as easy as it sounds. CNN Chief...
ListenThe Perfect Storm from 2021-03-17T08:30
For those struggling with an opioid addiction, COVID-19 has created a perfect storm of stress and isolation. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Dr. Andrew Kolodny, the medica...
ListenIn Sickness and in Health from 2021-03-16T08:00
Last December, the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine became the first covid-19 vaccine to be authorized for use in the world following large-scale clinical trials. Today, CNN’s Chief Medical Corresp...
ListenAtlanta Returns to School from 2021-03-15T08:00
Last month, the C.D.C. released new guidelines to help schools stay safe as they reopened, and now educators across the country are beginning the tricky work of putting that guidance into action. C...
ListenSaying Goodbye from 2021-03-12T09:00
With over 2.5 million global coronavirus deaths, millions more have faced the daunting task of saying goodbye to a loved one from a distance. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta looks ...
ListenOne Year Later from 2021-03-11T09:00
One year ago this week, CNN called the spread of the coronavirus a pandemic. Two days later, the World Health Organization followed. At this official one-year mark of the pandemic, Dr. Sanjay Gupta...
ListenVaccine Hesitancy in Flint, Michigan from 2021-03-10T09:00
This pandemic has highlighted how essential it is for people to feel like they can trust public health officials. But that’s easier said than done in Flint, Michigan, where locals are still dealing...
ListenSo You’re Vaccinated ... Now What? from 2021-03-09T09:00
The CDC just released new guidelines for fully vaccinated people. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains the latest recommendations for what you can do safely with friends and fa...
ListenInstagramming the Pandemic from 2021-03-08T09:00
Infectious disease researcher Laurel Bristow has made a name for herself disseminating helpful, pandemic-related information on Instagram, and that name is @KingGutterBaby. She talks to CNN Chief M...
ListenThe Art of Caring from 2021-03-05T09:00
Seattle-based artist Jayashree Krishnan has painted more than 150 portraits of first responders from around the world since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. Today, she shares her experiences cap...
ListenThe New 9 to 5 from 2021-03-04T09:00
Coronavirus has fundamentally changed the American workplace, but which changes can we expect to stick around permanently? Analyst and remote work expert Andrew Hewitt shares his predictions for th...
ListenShould the Games Go On? from 2021-03-03T09:00
We’re just months away from the start of the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics. The games were supposed to showcase Japan’s recovery from the deadly Fukushima earthquake but things have not gone according...
ListenOlympic Dreams Postponed from 2021-03-02T09:00
Almost a year ago, athletes around the world learned that the Olympics would be postponed. For those who hoped to compete in the games, navigating this additional year has been incredibly challengi...
ListenThe Bumpy Road to Herd Immunity from 2021-03-01T09:30
What will it take to achieve herd immunity? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with Dr. Christopher Murray, who directs the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the U...
ListenGood News from Indian Country from 2021-02-26T09:00
Covid-19 has disproportionately impacted Native American communities, but when it comes to vaccine distribution, tribal health providers are actually outpacing many states. CNN’s Harmeet Kaur speak...
ListenNot So Sweet Dreams from 2021-02-25T09:00
CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Harvard dream researcher Deirdre Barrett about her Covid-19 dream survey and why we're having good and bad dreams a year into this pandem...
ListenThe Latest from Wuhan from 2021-02-24T09:00
Zoologist and president of EcoHealth Alliance Peter Daszak has just returned from Wuhan, China. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to him about what it’s like there now, and his...
ListenCovid’s Long Haulers from 2021-02-23T09:00
The United States reached an unfathomable milestone: 500,000 deaths from COVID-19. As we honor those lost to the pandemic, there are still many among us who continue to live with persistent symptom...
ListenHonoring a Forgotten Medical Pioneer from 2021-02-22T09:00
Black women have made significant contributions to medicine and public health but all too often, their stories are overlooked and forgotten. Today, we’re honoring the life of Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpl...
ListenAsian Americans are Americans, Too from 2021-02-19T09:00
A disturbing spate of recent attacks on Asian Americans is the latest reminder of the bigotry this community has faced throughout the pandemic. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talk...
ListenAre We Still Uncomfortably Numb? from 2021-02-18T09:00
In the United States alone, nearly half a million people have now died from the coronavirus. Rationally, we know this is devastating. But emotionally, why can we feel so removed from it? CNN’s Chie...
ListenWhen Will Schools Truly Be Safe? from 2021-02-17T09:00
What does the latest CDC guidance mean for the safe return to classrooms? Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Evan McMorris-Santoro explain why parents and teachers don’t always see eye to eye when it comes to in...
ListenVaccine FAQs from 2021-02-16T09:00
In this episode, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers listeners’ questions about the vaccine, from new avenues of distribution to side effects to the question on everyone’s mind...
ListenDeath Can Wait from 2021-02-15T09:00
Black faith leaders around the country are working together to combat vaccine hesitancy in their communities. Today, Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN's senior writer on race&equality, speaks to Reverend Ho...
ListenWhy I'm Optimistic from 2021-02-12T09:00
More than 33 million Americans have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine from Pfizer/BioNtech or Moderna. Johnson&Johnson’s vaccine candidate could receive an emergency use authorizatio...
ListenWhen Cupid Met Corona from 2021-02-11T09:00
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we explore how our relationships and dating lives have been impacted by this pandemic. Biological anthropologist and Match.com Chief Scientific Adviser, Helen Fisher ...
ListenNo, You Can’t Buy a Vaccine Online from 2021-02-10T09:00
Be careful as authorities warn of emerging scams related to the Covid-19 vaccine. CNN’s law enforcement and national security correspondent, Josh Campbell walks you through the different types of s...
ListenPregnancy And Vaccines from 2021-02-09T09:00
With the authorization of two Covid-19 vaccines, pregnant women around the country are wondering if they should get the shot when their time comes. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Sanjay Gupta spea...
ListenWhy Some Black People Aren't Ready to Get the Vaccine from 2021-02-08T09:00
Surveys have shown that Black Americans have been more hesitant than White Americans to get a Covid-19 vaccine. CNN Correspondent Stephanie Elam enrolled in a vaccine trial in the hope that other B...
ListenA Pandemic Super Bowl from 2021-02-05T09:00
Super Bowl LV is happening this weekend and it won't be your regular championship game. The CDC and the NFL teamed up to study not only how the league played through a pandemic, but how the general...
ListenPredictions for Post-Pandemic Life from 2021-02-04T09:00
The light at the end of the tunnel is in sight, but there are still a lot of unknowns. When will life go back to normal? How do we grieve all the people we’ve lost? And what will be the long-term e...
ListenRedressing Racism in US Health Care from 2021-02-03T09:00
Inequities and racism continue to exist within the U.S. health care system and profoundly impact Black communities. It’s a complex history that’s often misunderstood. Sanjay will interview Dr. Leon...
ListenThe Vaccine Hustle from 2021-02-02T09:30
Older adults around the country are struggling to get a vaccine appointment thanks to limited supply, overwhelmed phone lines, dysfunctional websites. Today, CNN checks in with seniors on the searc...
ListenDouble Masking, N95s, and the Latest Mask Guidance from 2021-02-01T09:00
Masks are crucial, but not all of them are created equal. The N95 respirator mask has been the gold standard from the beginning, and our need for its efficacy is only becoming clearer. CNN Chief Me...
ListenChris Cuomo on Covid-19 Recovery from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
CNN anchor Chris Cuomo battled the virus for weeks. Then his wife and son got sick. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta has a frank conversation with Chris about his personal experienc...
ListenSports on the Sidelines from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The NFL Draft kicks off tonight, virtually. But will the season start with or without spectators? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the significance of the suspension of mos...
ListenEvery Day is Earth Day from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This year, the 50th anniversary of Earth Day comes in the midst of a pandemic. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Bill Weir, CNN's Chief Climate Correspondent, about the pa...
ListenAddiction in Isolation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Social support systems are important for everyone, but have an especially critical place in the lives of those struggling with substance abuse. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta e...
ListenReopening the Country from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What will it take, realistically, to re-open the country? Will we be able to return to normal in the near future? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with former CDC Director, D...
ListenHow to Help from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
From donating blood to food banks and helping the elderly, CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to people making a difference and talks you through some of the ways you can help...
ListenGlobal Town Hall: Facts & Fears, April 16 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As part of a special town hall event, CNN chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and CNN anchor Anderson Cooper answer key questions with top health experts about the coronavirus. To learn m...
ListenDating at a Distance from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How do people date six feet apart? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the ways in which people are finding new relationships, as well as overcoming loneliness and the lack of...
ListenAnalyzing Antibodies from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As coronavirus cases in U.S. hotspots appear to level off, attention is shifting to how and when the country could reopen. Along with measures like testing for active infections and contact tracing...
ListenA Crisis in Our Prisons from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Across the country, prisons and jails have become hotbeds for the coronavirus. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta takes us into America's prison system to find out how the people wh...
ListenMoney Matters from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The coronavirus is threatening businesses and workers everywhere. We asked Christine Romans, CNN's Chief Business Correspondent, to help answer our listeners' top financial questions. To learn mor...
ListenKeeping Faith in a Pandemic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the age of social distancing, faith leaders are embracing new means of communication in order to maintain important religious traditions. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speak...
ListenRace and Risk from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Recently, we've seen disturbing reports of black Americans dying from Covid-19 at a disproportionate rate. CNN's Chief Medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks down the various factors and dem...
ListenProfiting from a Pandemic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a time when we're all anxious about our health and safety, some people are preying on those fears. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks you through coronavirus "miracle cures...
ListenDoctors' Difficult Decisions from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As coronavirus cases continue to overwhelm hospitals, resources such as ventilators are in short supply. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks to NYU's Director of Medical Ethic...
ListenNew Guidance on Masks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Up until last week, official guidance suggested that presumptively healthy people didn't need to be wearing masks. Now, that has changed. In this episode, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay...
ListenAstronaut Scott Kelly on How to Survive Isolation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After spending a year in space, Scott Kelly is an expert on managing extreme isolation. The retired astronaut shares valuable advice with CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta on how to ...
ListenWithout a Home: A Crisis Within a Crisis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How do you stay at home if you are homeless? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta looks at how cities across the U.S. are handling the homeless crisis during the coronavirus pandemic an...
ListenChecking in with Dr. Fauci from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr. Anthony Fauci has become one of the most recognizable names in the fight against the novel coronavirus pandemic. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Fauci about his person...
ListenCovid-19 FAQs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As cases of Covid-19 rise, so do questions and uncertainties about it. In this episode, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta responds to some of the e-mails and voice messages listeners...
ListenPregnant During a Pandemic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Imagine the challenge of expecting a child without knowing what to expect. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta shares the stories of three women who are due to give birth in the coming...
ListenBill Gates Sounded the Alarm from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is committing $100 million to the fight against Covid-19. In this excerpt from CNN's Global Town Hall: Coronavirus Facts and Fears, CNN Chief Medical Correspo...
ListenA Virus Doesn't Discriminate from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The coronavirus pandemic has fueled a surge in racism against Asian-Americans around the country. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Sanjay Gupta hears from some Americans who've personally experien...
ListenSaving Lives or Saving the Economy? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How do you choose between saving lives and saving the economy? CNN Chief Business Correspondent Christine Romans talks to investor Bill Ackman, and CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta ...
ListenSearching for Treatments from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
There is currently no proven treatment or cure for Covid-19, but scientists around the globe are working to find one. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains some of the drug name...
ListenTalking to Our Kids about Covid-19 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Working from home while teaching and caring for your kids isn't easy during this crisis. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to moms and dads about parenting in a pandemic. To l...
ListenListener FAQs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Many of you have reached out to us with your questions about the novel coronavirus, so in this episode, Dr. Sanjay Gupta responds to some of the most frequent queries about the pandemic. To learn ...
ListenThe Home Front from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What happens when medical professionals must balance saving patients with protecting their own family? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to one couple about their tough decisio...
ListenLessons from China from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As the U.S. imposes drastic measures to contain the coronavirus, Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks to CNN's China correspondent David Culver on what life in lockdown was like. To learn more about how CNN pr...
ListenPandemic Panic from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Living in a pandemic can be scary, isolating, overwhelming. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta invites Dr. Deepak Chopra to help answer the question: how do we cope in these times of ...
ListenLiving with Coronavirus from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What does it feel like when someone contracts COVID-19 and is under quarantine? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta shares the stories of two Americans who tested positive. To learn m...
ListenMyth-Busting from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As the coronavirus spreads, so do bogus claims and conspiracy theories. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta sets the record straight on some of the most inaccurate information floating...
ListenInside the Containment Zone from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to healthcare providers on the frontlines in New Rochelle, a New York suburb where a large cluster of cases prompted Governor Andrew Cuomo to ...
ListenEyes on the Virus: The View from the CDC from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with Dr. Anne Schuchat, Principal Deputy Director of the CDC, about the agency's response to the coronavirus and the outbreak's impact on hea...
ListenHistory Matters from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the wake of the coronavirus, what lessons can be learned from past viral outbreaks? CNN Chief Medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta turns to Dr. Howard Markel, a professor of historical medicin...
ListenVirus Hunters from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Where did the novel coronavirus come from? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Dr. Peter Daszak, who hunts down the source of emerging diseases. To learn more about how CNN p...
ListenFacts & Fears from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and CNN Anchor Anderson Cooper speak with top health experts and answer pressing audience questions as part of a special town hall on the global imp...
ListenFlight Risks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Nervous about traveling? Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers questions about how to prepare for a busy travel season and what to expect at the airport. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, ...
ListenTest Anxiety from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers some key questions about coronavirus testing. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy
ListenMask Confusion from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Face masks are one of the most confusing and debated topics right now when it comes to the coronavirus. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sets the record straight on their effectiveness. To learn more about how CN...
ListenWhat Is the Coronavirus? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dr. Sanjay Gupta wants to help you understand the new coronavirus. Today, he answers some of the basic questions that everyone is asking: What is it? What are the symptoms? Who is most at risk? How...
ListenIntroducing Coronavirus: Fact vs. Fiction from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Join CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta for the latest news about the coronavirus. He'll make sense of the headlines, speak with the experts and give you all the information you need ...
ListenPresenting Science Vs.: Hunting A Killer Virus from 2021-01-29T09:00
An adventuring Swedish doctor takes on a decades-long medical mystery: What exactly was the 1918 flu? This week, we’re sharing an episode of Science Vs, a podcast from Gimlet, a Spotify Studio. The...
ListenBiden’s New Covid Team from 2021-01-28T09:00
The Biden administration is beginning to put its Covid-19 strategy into action and lay out their plans to bring this pandemic to an end. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and CNN Anc...
ListenA Tale of Two States from 2021-01-27T09:00
The rollout of Covid-19 vaccines has proven to be a logistical challenge unlike anything the United States has faced before, and some states are handling things better than others. CNN Chief Medica...
ListenRestoring Trust in the CDC from 2021-01-26T09:00
With a new administration in the White House, and a new director at the CDC, there is a lot of hope that the CDC can now more effectively steer the public out of this pandemic and rebuild its reput...
ListenHow Does Johnson&Johnson’s Covid-19 Vaccine Work? from 2021-01-25T09:00
Dr. Dan Barouch is the director of the Center for Virology and Vaccine Research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, and is helping develop Johnson&Johnson’s vaccine candidate. CNN Ch...
ListenAn Update on Isolation and the Brain from 2021-01-22T09:00
With the release of two COVID-19 vaccines we’re one step closer to pre-pandemic life. However, after months inside, our social skills may be a bit rusty. Social isolation during the pandemic can ha...
ListenThe Year That Changed Everything from 2021-01-21T09:00
It’s hard to believe that it has been a year since Covid-19 made its way into the United States. One year ago, this week, a man walked into a clinic in Washington state, becoming the first patient ...
ListenBiden’s Pandemic Playbook from 2021-01-20T09:00
With a new presidential administration comes new opportunities to slow the transmission of Covid-19. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks about some of President Joe Biden’s goals...
ListenWhere are the Rapid Tests? from 2021-01-19T09:00
We usually have to wait days to get the results from our nose-swab PCR tests, and meanwhile, we might be spreading the virus without even knowing it. What if instead we could all be tested twice a ...
ListenOn the Razor's Edge from 2021-01-18T09:00
One in three LA County residents have tested positive for the virus and hospitals are struggling to treat everyone who needs critical care. CNN Correspondent Sara Sidner has been covering the devas...
ListenThe Hunt for Disease X from 2021-01-15T09:30
As human activity ventures further into the wilderness, scientists believe more diseases will emerge. CNN Senior International Correspondent Sam Kiley takes Sanjay on a journey deep into the rainfo...
ListenWhat Kids Want and Need Right Now from 2021-01-14T09:00
For a lot of children, the pandemic has been an unsettling time. Socializing is limited, school is not the same, and parents are often stressed out themselves. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr...
ListenCovid-19’s Mental Health Toll on Healthcare Workers from 2021-01-13T09:00
Some people call the mental and emotional stress that healthcare workers have faced this past year ‘burnout.’ But burnout existed in the industry long before Covid-19. So what do you call something...
ListenThis Is Your Brain on Stress from 2021-01-12T09:00
A lot of people have been feeling stressed out by this pandemic, and unfortunately, it’s been that way for a while now, but what is this unrelenting stress doing to our brains? CNN Chief Medical Co...
ListenYour Vaccine Questions Answered from 2021-01-11T09:00
What’s the latest news about vaccines, and what are the delays with the rollout? In this episode, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers listener questions about the distribution ...
ListenThe Long Way Home from 2021-01-08T09:00
Imagine a country that is not under a strict lockdown or scrambling to find hospital beds to care for Covid patients; where people regularly dine and drink inside. This country exists –it’s Singapo...
ListenWhen the Virus Mutates from 2021-01-07T09:00
New variants of the coronavirus are circulating around the globe and causing some concern among experts. One in particular, variant B.1.1.7, has been found to more easily spread from one person to ...
ListenPharmacy Deserts from 2021-01-06T09:00
Vaccine distribution in the U.S. is going to rely on local pharmacies and supermarkets, but what if your neighborhood doesn’t have either? CNN's Omar Jimenez takes a closer look at "pharmacy desert...
ListenThe Covid-19 Eviction Crisis from 2021-01-05T09:00
By the end of the month,millions of people across the country will be teetering on the brink of eviction. In this episode, CNN Business reporter Anna Bahney tells the story of a young family that s...
ListenTeen Scientist Discovers Potential Covid-19 Treatment from 2021-01-04T09:00
Fourteen-year-old Anika Chebrolu is the 2020 winner of the 3M Young Scientist Challenge. In this episode, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta hands things over to her to talk about her...
ListenNew Year's Hopes and Dreams from 2020-12-29T09:00
What is the first thing you want to do when it is safe to see your friends and family again? In our last episode of the year, we share your biggest hopes and dreams for a brighter 2021. To learn ...
ListenSanjay and Anderson Cooper Say Goodbye to 2020 from 2020-12-28T09:00
For nearly a year, Dr. Sanjay Gupta has been a constant presence in our lives, reporting on Covid-19. In this special episode, he opens up to Anderson Cooper about what it's been like to cover the ...
ListenThe Power of Touch from 2020-12-22T09:00
Just about everyone in the world right now appears to be experiencing less touch. There’s less hugging, less hand shaking. Even people who are living with others during the pandemic report very lit...
ListenCovid Christmas Tale from 2020-12-21T09:00
How are we supposed to gather around the Christmas tree... if we need to stay six feet apart? On today’s episode, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with Stephen Arnold, Presid...
ListenDr. Gupta Gets Vaccinated from 2020-12-19T11:00
Did you know that Dr. Sanjay Gupta is a practicing neurosurgeon? As a health care worker, he is at a higher risk for contracting the coronavirus so on Friday, he received his first dose of the Pfiz...
ListenA Spoonful of Hope from 2020-12-18T09:00
Nearly 60 years ago, Americans witnessed the roll out of a polio vaccine that would change lives and the way we fight disease. Writer and producer Jeffrey Sherman was a child when he took the vacci...
ListenThe NFL's Covid Crisis from 2020-12-17T09:00
The NFL playoffs are just weeks away but the league is still figuring out how to defeat its most formidable opponent to date: Covid-19. A flurry of outbreaks have delayed games and sidelined player...
ListenAnti-Vaxxers and Worries About Vaccine Hesitancy from 2020-12-16T09:00
Covid-19 vaccine distribution is finally rolling out, but some Americans are still skeptical. CNN Correspondent Elle Reeve travels to rural Tennessee to hear people’s concerns and speak with medica...
ListenDelivering the Vaccine from 2020-12-15T09:00
This week, nearly three million doses of Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine will be delivered to more than 600 vaccination sites around the country. Today, CNN Aviation Correspondent Pete Muntean takes us b...
ListenFDA Authorizes First Covid-19 Vaccine from 2020-12-14T09:00
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized a vaccine by Pfizer and BioNTech that will start reaching the most at-risk Americans today. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks th...
ListenA Sisterhood of Nurses and a Universe of Grief from 2020-12-11T09:00
With almost 300,000 people lost to Covid-19 in the United States, CNN immigration reporter Catherine Shoichet tells the story of one community’s staggering loss. Meet the sisterhood of Filipino nur...
ListenVaccine Warrior Kizzmekia Corbett from 2020-12-10T09:00
Kizzmekia Corbett is a 34-year-old viral immunologist, and she might help save the world. She leads the coronavirus vaccine research at the National Institutes of Health, and the mRNA vaccine they’...
ListenA Conversation with FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn from 2020-12-09T09:00
With a vaccine rollout underway in the United Kingdom, the Food and Drug Administration could issue emergency use authorization to a Covid-19 vaccine this week in the U.S. What happens next? CNN Ch...
ListenWhat it’s like to be part of a Covid-19 Trial from 2020-12-08T09:00
Very soon, the first Covid-19 vaccine could be authorized for public use in the United States. Is it like a flu shot? What are the side effects? Today, Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with Yasir Batalvi...
ListenQ&A on Vaccines with Dr. Anthony Fauci from 2020-12-07T09:00
When and where can you get the vaccine? Can you choose which one you get? Dr. Anthony Fauci answers all your questions about the vaccine at a CNN Town Hall. To learn more about how CNN protects li...
ListenBroadway Revival from 2020-12-04T09:00
New York's theater district has been dark since March. Broadway was one of the first industries shut down by the pandemic and it may be one of the last to reopen. Actress Jessica Rush shares what s...
ListenA Weird School Year So Far from 2020-12-03T09:00
In the early months of the pandemic much of the country was in disarray, including schools. Now that the fall semester is almost over, Dr. Sanjay Gupta and CNN Correspondent Evan McMorris-Santoro t...
ListenThe mRNA Breakthrough from 2020-12-02T09:00
How do you fight a pandemic? With cutting edge technology. Two of the new Covid-19 vaccines applying for FDA approval rely on a novel approach that uses mRNA to turn the human body into an internal...
ListenFighting Hunger and Shame in a Pandemic from 2020-12-01T09:00
Millions of families across the country have lost some of their income because of the pandemic and are struggling to put food on the table. In today’s episode, CNN’s Senior National Correspondent K...
ListenHoliday Shopping is a Mixed Bag from 2020-11-30T09:00
Coronavirus has changed a lot about this holiday season. And the pandemic-induced recession means the way people spend their money is different too. One portion of the country may be spending big, ...
ListenThanksgiving with the Guptas from 2020-11-24T09:00
Many Thanksgiving gatherings will be a bit smaller this year. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta discusses his own plans for the holiday and how his family will try to keep certain ...
ListenHoliday Air Travel from 2020-11-23T09:00
The C.D.C. recommends against traveling for Thanksgiving, as infection rates are on the rise nationwide. But the airline industry is still expecting a surge in people flying, and scientists have fo...
ListenOne Handshake Away From Heaven from 2020-11-20T10:00
CNN Senior Writer Thomas Lake tells the story of a pastor in small-town South Carolina who’s doing what he can to minister to his flock. Among his responsibilities, honoring those who’ve died from...
ListenEmergency Use Authorization Explained from 2020-11-19T09:00
There is promising data from two drug companies with vaccines in the works, but what comes next? One way of speeding the process is an Emergency Use Authorization. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent D...
ListenWho Gets the Vaccine First? from 2020-11-18T09:00
With promising data coming out of multiple trials, the country is now looking at how to distribute a potential Covid-19 vaccine to the public. But who will get it first? CNN’s Chief Medical Corresp...
ListenMice Lie and Monkeys Exaggerate from 2020-11-17T09:00
Several vaccine companies have announced promising early evidence that their vaccines are effective at preventing symptoms of a coronavirus infection. So what comes next? CNN Chief Medical Correspo...
ListenInfection Rates and Questions On the Rise from 2020-11-16T09:00
The U.S. is setting devastating new records nine months into this pandemic. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers listener questions amidst this time of growing uncertainty. To...
ListenWe’re in a Humanitarian Crisis from 2020-11-13T09:00
Almost a quarter of a million people have died of Covid-19 in the United States. The country is now seeing record-breaking case numbers. Dr. Sanjay Gupta makes an emotional plea for us to start tre...
ListenA Surge in South Dakota from 2020-11-12T09:00
South Dakota has had one of the worst spikes of Covid-19 cases in the country, with the positivity rate now climbing above 50%. And still, the state has never instituted a mask mandate or full lock...
ListenThe Mystery of the Viral Dose from 2020-11-11T09:00
Why does Covid-19 make some people so much sicker than others? Risk factors and pre-existing conditions are part of it, but could there still be another factor? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. ...
ListenThe President-Elect's Pandemic Plan from 2020-11-10T09:00
Even before the presidential election was called for the former vice president, Joe Biden promised to take the country’s pandemic response in a dramatically different direction. CNN Chief Medical C...
ListenFlushing Out the Virus from 2020-11-09T09:00
Universities, nursing homes, and even entire cities are turning to an unlikely tool to monitor the spread of the coronavirus: sewage water. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks t...
ListenSinging in the Silent Spring from 2020-11-06T09:00
When life as we know it was put on pause by the pandemic, nature flourished. In this episode, scientists Elizabeth Derryberry and Jennifer Phillips take us birdwatching in San Francisco to find out...
ListenThe Scalpel and the Sledgehammer from 2020-11-05T09:00
All over Europe, nationwide lockdowns are being put in place as the continent tries to weather the second wave of coronavirus infections. But before several countries turned to these measures, they...
ListenYour Stress is Showing from 2020-11-04T09:00
Chronic stress should not be taken lightly. Doctors and dentists around the country are reporting hair loss, skin rashes and cracked teeth that they believe may be connected to stress during the pa...
ListenBreathe In, Breathe Out from 2020-11-03T09:00
The stress of this the pandemic is getting to us, and today’s election is only heightening the anxiety for some. On today’s podcast, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta shares some tip...
ListenWhen Will Life Return to Normal? from 2020-11-02T09:00
Will things return to “normal” as soon as there is a vaccine? How can we vote safely? What do we know about the flu shot this year? As we head into the winter months, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspond...
ListenDr. Craig Spencer's Long Haul from 2020-10-30T08:00
Almost exactly six years ago, Dr. Craig Spencer was getting out of the hospital after being treated for Ebola. But his recovery didn’t end there. He joins CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay...
ListenThe Coronavirus Campaign from 2020-10-29T08:00
With Election Day less than a week away, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with CNN Political Director David Chalian about the role the pandemic plays in choosing the next p...
ListenTalking Turkey from 2020-10-28T08:00
Thanksgiving is just around the corner but Coronavirus cases are surging in some states. Should you bring the family together, keep the celebration local, attend a parade? Whether you're hosting a ...
ListenBack at the Ball Game from 2020-10-27T08:00
The World Series is on and fans are in the stands. Watching professional sports, in person, during a pandemic, looks and sounds a lot different. CNN Sports Anchor Andy Scholes takes us inside the s...
ListenHalloween Isn't Canceled! from 2020-10-26T08:00
This Halloween, don’t let the coronavirus scare you away from having fun. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to epidemiologist Dr. Tista Ghosh about alternatives to trick-or-tre...
ListenA Dilemma on a Dark Road in Georgia from 2020-10-23T08:00
CNN Senior Writer Thomas Lake tells the story of a dilemma he faced on a dark road in rural Georgia one night — and his fear that his wife and children might get sick because of a snap decision he ...
ListenAvoiding the Virus and the Doctor from 2020-10-22T08:00
Earlier this spring, doctors around the country began to worry that fear of Covid-19 was keeping their patients away. Now, we’re starting to see the consequences of that. Today, CNN’s Chief Medical...
ListenThe Mixed Messages on Masks from 2020-10-21T08:00
Confusion about mask wearing is rampant. The messaging from scientists about the importance of masks is being distorted by noise and conflicting approaches at every level — from the White House all...
ListenEurope’s Second Wave from 2020-10-20T08:00
Curfews and closures are spreading in Europe in response to a second wave of the coronavirus. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta looks at where the hot spots are and how different cou...
ListenFact Checking Immunity, Travel&Masks from 2020-10-19T08:00
How long does our Covid-19 immunity last? Can we still get Covid-19 if we wear a mask? Did travel bans actually save lives? Today, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks down som...
ListenBasketball Practice With A Mask On from 2020-10-16T08:00
Top-ranked women’s college basketball player Rhyne Howard is facing a season like no other. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Howard about staying positive while training du...
ListenUncomfortably Numb from 2020-10-15T08:00
Around the world, more than a million people have now died from the coronavirus. Rationally, we know this is devastating, but emotionally, why can we feel so removed from it? CNN’s Chief Medical Co...
ListenThe Secretive and Essential Work to Find a Vaccine from 2020-10-14T08:00
The race is on for a Covid-19 vaccine, but behind the scenes there’s a secretive group that has the power to stop a vaccine trial in its tracks. That’s the Data and Safety Monitoring Board, or DSMB...
ListenHow Climate Change Affects Covid-19 from 2020-10-13T08:00
Can climate change make pandemics worse? CNN’s Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir talks to Alexander More, Assistant Research Professor at the Climate Change Institute at the University of Maine...
ListenFormer CDC Directors Speak Out from 2020-10-12T08:00
CNN’s most recent Global Town Hall featured a conversation with five former CDC directors about how the U.S. is handling this pandemic. Check out today’s episode for excerpts from the special, host...
ListenWhat a Grocery Manager Won’t Say to Anti-Maskers from 2020-10-09T08:00
Enforcing Montana’s statewide mask mandate is part of supermarket manager John Steenwyk’s job. It puts him in the crosshairs of anti-maskers, and while he tells them a lot of things to convince the...
ListenTaking Attendance in a Virtual School Year from 2020-10-08T08:00
With the school year underway and so many kids learning remotely, how are schools getting students to show up for class? CNN Correspondent Evan McMorris-Santoro talks with school attendance experts...
ListenSuper Spreading at the White House from 2020-10-07T08:00
Since the September 26th ceremony at the White House’s Rose Garden, at least 15 people have tested positive for Covid-19, leading some to declare this is a possible super spreader event. But what d...
ListenThe First Patient from 2020-10-06T08:00
Going all the way back to George Washington, many American presidents have faced serious health issues while in office. But their administrations have often hidden the true state of the president’s...
ListenTrump Joins Coronavirus-Positive World Leaders from 2020-10-05T08:00
Last week the world learned that President Donald Trump had tested positive for Covid-19, joining the list of coronavirus infections with global implications. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sa...
ListenThe President Tests Positive from 2020-10-02T08:56
Overnight, we learned President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump tested positive for Covid-19. The diagnosis amounts to the most serious known health threat to a sitting American president...
ListenPac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott Makes a Play from 2020-10-01T08:00
Soon after the Big 10 conference decided it would play an abbreviated football season, Pac-12 followed suit and announced it would have one, too. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta ta...
ListenThe Big Ten's Big Decision from 2020-09-30T08:00
Two months ago, it looked like some of the best college football programs in the country wouldn’t see competition this year. But recently the Big Ten and Pac-12 conferences both reversed course and...
ListenGet a Flu Shot! from 2020-09-29T08:00
Flu season is around the corner, and this year it’s more important than ever to get a flu shot so we can try to avoid a “double-whammy” health crisis with both influenza and Covid-19 hitting the U....
ListenWhen Wildfire Season Collides with the Pandemic from 2020-09-28T08:00
For the American West, this has been one of the worst wildfire seasons in history. On top of working to contain the fires, government leaders and emergency responders have also had to navigate cont...
ListenA Tragic Milestone from 2020-09-25T08:00
Over 200,000 Americans have died from Covid-19. One model predicts that the number will nearly double by January 1 if people don’t change their behavior. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay ...
ListenInside WHO’s Battle Against the Pandemic from 2020-09-24T08:00
In a normal year, a job at the World Health Organization is already challenging. Now, it’s front and center in the global battle against Covid-19 while under fire from the President of the United S...
ListenChecking in with Dr. Anthony Fauci from 2020-09-23T08:00
The US just reached a grim milestone: 200,000 deaths as a result of the novel coronavirus. As part of the Citizen by CNN conference, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with Dr...
ListenSafe Voting 101 from 2020-09-22T08:00
We’re six weeks away from Election Day, and voting may look very different this year. As the coronavirus continues to spread across the nation, it’s not too early to start making a plan for how you...
ListenSafety Questions for Reopening from 2020-09-21T08:00
As some states move forward with reopening, many people are still uncertain about the safest way to eat out at a restaurant, go to the movies, or hit the gym. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. ...
ListenMental Health and Coping During Covid from 2020-09-18T08:00
A recent CDC study suggests more people are experiencing suicidal thoughts since the pandemic hit. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to suicide survivor and mental health adv...
Listen3M CEO Mike Roman from 2020-09-17T08:00
Until six months ago, some of 3M’s best-known products were Post-It Notes and Scotch Tape. Now, the company has gained global attention for being the world’s largest manufacturer of N95 respirator ...
ListenWe’re in a She-cession from 2020-09-16T08:00
The economic recession caused by Covid-19 has disproportionately affected women, especially women of color. CNN Senior Global Affairs Analyst Bianna Golodryga speaks to Nicole Mason, President and ...
ListenIsolation and the Brain from 2020-09-15T08:00
Social isolation during the pandemic can have surprising effects on the brain. Research suggests our social skills may be suffering. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Assi...
ListenSafety vs Speed in the Race for a Vaccine from 2020-09-14T08:00
The President is pushing for a Covid-19 vaccine before the election, but is that realistic? Or safe? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with Moncef Slaoui, Chief Advisor of Ope...
ListenThe Pandemic Will Be Televised from 2020-09-11T08:00
The entertainment industry is adapting in all kinds of ways during the pandemic, from mannequins on set to robotic cameras. CNN senior writer Lisa Respers France joins CNN Chief Medical Corresponde...
ListenThe Swedish Strategy from 2020-09-10T08:00
In the early days of the pandemic, Sweden made the decision not to mandate a lockdown and did not require citizens to wear masks. Some have wondered if that decision was an attempt to achieve herd ...
ListenA Conversation With a Covid-19 Vaccine Scientist from 2020-09-09T08:00
What does it feel like working on something that could save the world? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with Hanneke Schuitemaker, PhD, the Global Head of Vaccine Discovery a...
ListenObituaries in the Age of the Coronavirus from 2020-09-08T08:00
Each person who has died from the coronavirus had a story. When social distancing makes in-person services and memorials a challenge, obituaries can often be the best way to share those stories. Ma...
ListenA Frontline Worker at the Breaking Point from 2020-09-04T08:00
Healthcare worker Parsia Jahanbani’s job might be killing him. Some of his patients are rude to him. He’s working longer and harder, while the rest of the country tries to move beyond the pandemic....
ListenNursing Home Heroes from 2020-09-03T08:00
Doctors Without Borders has built a reputation parachuting into war zones and natural disasters. Now they are bringing their expertise to American nursing homes hit hard by the Covid-19 crisis. CNN...
ListenThe Last Time Schools Opened in a Pandemic from 2020-09-02T08:00
Around this time 102 years ago, the U.S. was in a similar position as it is today. We've been here before, so why is history repeating itself? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks...
ListenCovid on Campus from 2020-09-01T08:00
What’s it like going to college during a pandemic? CNN Senior Global Affairs Analyst Bianna Golodryga talks to a Tulane University freshman about life on campus and the new normal.
To lea...
Leading through a Pandemic from 2020-08-31T08:00
Northwell Health in New York has treated more Covid-19 patients than any other hospital system in the country. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Northwell CEO Michael Dowl...
ListenTesting 1, 2, 3 from 2020-08-28T08:00
Six months into this pandemic, the United States has not yet scaled up testing enough to help control the coronavirus. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta takes a look at recent testin...
ListenA Fall Without Tailgates from 2020-08-27T08:00
The start of the college football season is just around the corner, but only a few teams will be lining up on the gridiron. The NCAA has cancelled its fall championships, but some football teams ar...
ListenVaccine Trials and Tribulations from 2020-08-26T08:00
The first U.S. vaccine trial is underway, and it’s missing something important - Black and Latino volunteers. Dr. Elmer Huerta, the host of CNN’s Spanish-language podcast Coronavirus: Realidad vs. ...
ListenAddressing Vaccine Skepticism from 2020-08-25T08:00
An alarming number of Americans hold negative views about vaccination. So if and when we get a Covid-19 vaccine, will people sign up to receive it? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupt...
ListenThe State of Contact Tracing from 2020-08-24T08:00
Public health experts estimate the United States needs 100,000 to 300,000 contact tracers for Covid-19. But we're still far from that number. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta look...
ListenCovid-19 and the Brain from 2020-08-21T08:00
From brain fog to the loss of smell to strokes, we’ve been hearing a lot about the neurological symptoms of Covid-19. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent speaks to Dr. Sherry Chou from the University...
ListenPandemic Pregnancy Answers from 2020-08-20T08:00
Today we’re answering your questions about the risks of coronavirus during pregnancy. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with Dr. Laura Riley, a high-risk obstetrician who has...
ListenOpen the Window: Talking about Airborne Transmission from 2020-08-19T08:00
Can the novel coronavirus be spread through the air? And if so, what can we do to make sure the air inside our homes and buildings is as clean as possible? Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with Joseph Allen,...
ListenThe Long Haulers from 2020-08-18T08:00
Shortness of breath, heart palpitations, and memory loss. Some Covid-19 survivors continue to struggle with symptoms long after they’ve recovered from the initial infections. CNN’s Chief Medical Co...
ListenWhy I'm Not Sending My Kids Back to School from 2020-08-17T08:00
CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta gets personal about why his family made the difficult decision not to send his three children back to "in-person" classes this Fall.
To l...
Inside the NBA Bubble with Coach Popovich from 2020-08-14T08:00
Last month, the NBA resumed its season from within a “bubble” facility in Orlando, where players are isolated and tested regularly. And so far, it seems to be working. CNN Chief Medical Corresponde...
Listen‘On the Edge of the Abyss’: Covid-19 in Beirut from 2020-08-13T08:00
On the morning of the deadly explosion that tore through the Lebanese capital of Beirut, the city’s main public hospital was already approaching full capacity from coronavirus patients. Now, with h...
ListenTyler Perry's Camp Quarantine from 2020-08-12T08:00
When the pandemic brought most of Hollywood to a standstill, Tyler Perry figured out a way to get his production studio up and running again. He set up a quarantine bubble where his cast and crew c...
ListenChildhood, Interrupted from 2020-08-11T08:00
In a moving audio essay, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta opens up about his thoughts and fears for his children as they grow up in this pandemic.
To learn more about how...
Reality Check with Dr. Anthony Fauci from 2020-08-10T08:00
Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease, hasn’t been appearing at White House briefings as much lately, but he’s still finding ways to connect with t...
ListenClass in a Church Graveyard from 2020-08-07T09:00
School life in Denmark during a pandemic looks a little different. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks to Susanne Gargiulo, a journalist in Denmark, about how her country has ...
ListenDigital Divide: Making the Connection in Schools from 2020-08-06T08:00
About 17% of all students in the U.S. do not have the technology or internet access they need to log into school at home. Now that many schools will be teaching virtually this fall, how will those ...
Listen"This Is A War": Reopening Colleges from 2020-08-05T08:00
The logistics of reopening colleges during a pandemic are incredibly complicated. Can it be done safely? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores this question with former U.S. Sur...
ListenA Tale of Two Teachers from 2020-08-04T08:00
Across the country school districts are deciding whether to start the new school year in person. For many teachers, this uncertainty has left them anxious. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanja...
Listen“Year of Flexibility”: The Great Education Experiment from 2020-08-03T08:00
How does one of the largest school districts in the country plan for 200,000 K-12 students to start the year, virtually? CNN’s Bianna Golodryga speaks with Dr. Grenita Lathan, the interim superinte...
ListenBack to School Jitters from 2020-07-31T08:00
We’re kicking off a week of episodes dedicated to how kids, teachers and parents are grappling with back to school safety. What are the best solutions for in-person or remote learning? Will there b...
ListenInside the World’s Longest Lockdown from 2020-07-30T08:00
The Philippine capital Manila currently holds the record for the world’s longest and strictest lockdown. During that time, tens of thousands of people were arrested for violating quarantine rules, ...
ListenHopeful News About Antibodies from 2020-07-29T08:00
Throughout the pandemic there’s been a big question: Will recovering from the virus or being treated by an effective vaccine provide lasting immunity? CNN Contributor Erin Bromage shares why new st...
ListenAsk Me Anything from 2020-07-28T08:00
In today's episode, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers important new questions from listeners. From vaccines and testing delays to outdoor running and marching band practice, ...
ListenKickoff: Football's Big Test from 2020-07-27T08:00
This year’s NFL season is scheduled to start on September 10, but players are headed to training camps starting this week. The league and its players have been going back and forth for weeks on Cov...
Listen‘The Perfect Storm’: Covid-19 and the Latino Population from 2020-07-24T08:00
More likely to be essential workers and less likely to have insurance, the country’s Latino population has been disproportionately affected by the pandemic. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanj...
ListenThe Child Care Centers That Never Closed from 2020-07-23T08:00
When the pandemic hit, most schools and child care centers in the country closed. But a few places throughout the country stayed open. Even when the pandemic was at its worst, they provided care t...
ListenRealist or Alarmist? Q&A with Dr. Fauci from 2020-07-22T08:00
As coronavirus cases in the United States near four million, CNN checks in with the nation’s top infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci. CNN anchor Jake Tapper asks Dr. Fauci about schools, te...
ListenDemystifying the Vaccine from 2020-07-21T08:00
A recent vaccine trial from Oxford University shows promising preliminary results, suggesting the vaccine can produce immune responses that may protect people against infection. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sp...
ListenMixed Messages from 2020-07-20T08:00
CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Dr. James Curran, dean of Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health, about setbacks possibly caused by inconsistent leadership thr...
ListenAre the Kids All Right? from 2020-07-17T08:00
As the start of the school year fast approaches, there is more confusion about whether it will be safe to return to the classroom. Many teachers and families worry about the role kids might play in...
ListenThe View from Africa from 2020-07-16T08:00
Many experts braced for the worst and predicted a Covid-19 crisis in Africa. But while numbers have climbed up in some countries like South Africa, the continent has largely escaped the worst of th...
ListenBehind the N95 Mask from 2020-07-15T10:00
Peter Tsai isn’t exactly a household name, but his invention is. In 1995 he patented the fabric used to make N95 masks, which are one of the most effective face coverings to prevent the spread of C...
ListenTrouble in the Sunshine State from 2020-07-14T10:00
Over the weekend, Florida set a record for the most coronavirus cases reported in a single day. CNN correspondent Rosa Flores has been reporting from the state for months and joins Dr. Sanjay Gupta...
ListenClearing Up Some Covid Confusion from 2020-07-13T10:00
How long is a Covid-19 test accurate for? Is it safe for visitors to see your newborn? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers these frequently asked questions about the coronaviru...
ListenDelta CEO Ed Bastian on the Future of Flying from 2020-07-10T10:00
Listen to Delta CEO, Ed Bastian, discuss the future of air travel.
ListenImmune System 101 from 2020-07-09T10:00
CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta hands things over to immunologist and CNN contributor Erin Bromage to talk about how our bodies respond to, fight off and succumb to Covid-19.
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Classroom Chaos from 2020-07-08T10:00
How do we safely reopen schools in the middle of a pandemic? CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta turns to CNN’s Bianna Golodryga and Evan McMorris-Santoro, who have been covering the...
ListenProtect Yourself Against Contact Tracing Scams from 2020-07-07T10:00
Contact tracing is an essential part of the public health effort to slow the spread of the virus. But it has also become a new opportunity for scammers trying to collect sensitive financial informa...
ListenDr. Elmer Huerta on Coronavirus in Latin America from 2020-07-06T10:00
Several of the top 10 countries with the highest coronavirus fatality rates are in Latin America. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to CNN Espanol’s senior medical writer Dr. E...
ListenHappy Birthday, America. Get Well Soon. from 2020-07-03T10:00
This Fourth of July isn’t just a day of celebration - it’s a test of our discipline to slow the spread of Coronavirus. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to the United States as...
ListenThis Is Going to Be a House on Fire for a Long Time from 2020-07-02T10:00
We’re really just at the beginning of this pandemic. Until there’s a vaccine, we could be living with this virus for a long time. How did we lose control? And where do we go from here? CNN’s Chief ...
ListenAnxiety and Depression on the Rise from 2020-07-01T10:00
The pandemic is taxing everyone’s mental health. But not all people are impacted equally. According to the CDC, young people and people of color are the most likely to report symptoms of anxiety an...
ListenBill Gates on the Search for a Vaccine from 2020-06-30T10:00
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is contributing hundreds of millions of dollars toward Covid-19 vaccine trials. In this episode, Bill Gates sits down with CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. ...
ListenLearning from the AIDS Epidemic from 2020-06-29T10:00
As Pride Month comes to a close, we reflect on 40 years ago when the world lived through another epidemic that suffered from misinformation and government inaction - the AIDS crisis. In this episod...
ListenBob Costas on the Future of Sports from 2020-06-26T10:00
The pandemic forced nearly every sports league in the world to cancel or postpone games. But now, athletes are considering a return to the game. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta t...
ListenWhen Can I See My Grandkids? from 2020-06-25T10:00
One of the top concerns we hear from listeners is whether it is safe for grandparents to visit their grandchildren in person. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta asks that question t...
ListenLessons from South Korea from 2020-06-24T10:00
South Korea has been widely praised as a Covid-19 success story. How did they do it? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to CNN reporter Paula Hancocks in Seoul about how South...
ListenWork-From-Home Burnout from 2020-06-23T10:00
The ability to work from home is a privilege for many but it also comes with unique stressors. While working remotely decreases your exposure to the coronavirus, it can also lead to feelings of lon...
ListenThe U.S. Wasn’t Prepared for COVID-19 from 2020-06-22T10:00
We are over four months into the Covid-19 pandemic and the U.S. still doesn't have the testing capabilities, contact tracing, or political buy-in that many other countries have used to fight this v...
ListenThe First Wave Is Not Over from 2020-06-19T10:00
President Trump and Vice President Pence made comments this week suggesting panic about an increase in infections is overblown. But in nearly half the country, case counts are on the rise. CNN’s Ch...
ListenSuper Spreaders from 2020-06-18T10:00
Some people are responsible for spreading the virus more than others. These people have been called "super spreaders," but are they really different from the rest of us? CNN’s Chief Medical Corresp...
Listen“It’s a Little Bit Like Living on Mars”: Inside a Covid-19 ICU from 2020-06-17T10:00
It sometimes seems like country’s attention is shifting away from Covid-19's devastating death toll, which is projected to reach 200,000 by October, as several states see record numbers of cases on...
ListenAsymptomatic Infection: Clearing up Confusion from 2020-06-16T10:00
Last week, an official at the World Health Organization said asymptomatic transmission of the coronavirus appears to be rare. They’ve since clarified their remarks. CNN’s Chief Medial Correspondent...
ListenCovid-19 in the World's Largest Refugee Camp from 2020-06-15T10:00
It’s World Refugee Day on June 20, a time to commemorate the most vulnerable populations around the world. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta turns to Bex Wright, who covers the Roh...
ListenQuarantine Fatigue from 2020-06-12T10:00
For many of us, it's been months since we started sheltering-in-place. And it's exhausting. Now, as states begin to reopen and social distancing rules are relaxed, how do we decide what is safe to ...
ListenDisease Detectives from 2020-06-11T10:00
Across the country, local officials are hiring people to track down anyone who may have been exposed to Covid-19. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Dr. Syra Madad, an epidem...
ListenRoad to Recovery from 2020-06-10T10:00
The majority of Covid-19 patients will recover from the virus, but what does that recovery look like? CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with a patient in recovery about his ...
ListenDr. Gupta Answers Your Covid-19 Questions from 2020-06-09T10:00
From washing masks to house visits and summer travel, CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta tackles some recent questions from our listeners.
To learn more about how CNN pro...
The Future of Higher Education from 2020-06-08T10:00
The pandemic forced many American college campuses to close and move classes online. Some are now wondering whether the high cost of college tuition is worth it. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent San...
ListenTwo Viruses from 2020-06-05T10:00
Covid-19 isn’t the only health crisis threatening our nation right now. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to epidemiologist Dr. Camara Jones about the serious impact of racism ...
ListenSocial Distancing in Summer from 2020-06-04T10:00
As the weather heats up, many of us are contemplating how to safely go out into the world and enjoy the summer. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to CNN contributor and immunol...
ListenThe Future of Work from 2020-06-03T10:00
As workplaces around the country are reopening, some employees have big questions. CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta is joined by CNN Business Senior Writer Kathryn Vasel to discus...
Listen“It Broke Me”: A Conversation with Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms from 2020-06-02T10:00
In the wake of nationwide protests in response to the death of George Floyd, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms candidly discuss race, outrage, ...
ListenLike Riding a Roller Coaster in the Dark from 2020-06-01T10:00
When a family member is hospitalized with Covid-19, often a single relative is chosen to be the primary line of communication between doctors and the rest of the family. CNN producer Lou Foglia too...
ListenAvoiding a Bummer Summer from 2020-05-29T10:00
Summer’s coming, but for many, it will look very different. Camps and activities are getting cancelled, so families are getting creative. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks abou...
ListenTogether, We Grieve from 2020-05-28T22:00
As the coronavirus’ death toll in the U.S. surpasses 100,000 victims, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta takes a moment to reflect on this tragic milestone and commemorate those we’...
ListenHow to Fly Safely from 2020-05-28T10:00
Flying can be risky these days, so what should you do if you need to travel? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Erin Bromage, Associate Professor of Biology at University of Massa...
ListenWhy Small Decisions Feel So Difficult from 2020-05-27T10:00
During the pandemic, many people are struggling to make even the smallest decisions. Why does choosing what to eat for dinner or what to watch on TV suddenly feel impossible? CNN Chief Medical Corr...
ListenCovering a Crisis: Wolf Blitzer & Dr. Sanjay Gupta from 2020-05-26T13:00
CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta is joined by colleague and veteran anchor, Wolf Blitzer, to discuss covering the unprecedented story of this coronavirus pandemic.
To lea...
Dr. Gupta’s Special Message to the Class of 2020 from 2020-05-22T10:00
Graduates all over the country heard virtual commencement speeches from celebrities to presidents. In this episode, CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta gives his own advice about goi...
ListenWhen Staying Home Isn’t Safe from 2020-05-21T10:00
For some of us, sheltering at home could mean being isolated with an abusive relative or partner, unable to get help. As the lockdown continues, experts are preparing for a surge in domestic violen...
ListenMultisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children from 2020-05-20T10:00
Health officials in Europe and the United States have reported cases of a rare but serious new syndrome affecting children. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to doctors investi...
ListenListener Questions Answered from 2020-05-19T10:00
CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta goes through his inbox and answers some listeners’ questions about Covid-19.
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BONUS: Need a Break? Take a Stretch from 2020-05-18T10:15
Jeanette Jenkins, founder of The Hollywood Trainer, walks you through a few stretches that target your back and can be done at your desk between Zoom meetings.
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Staying Fit, Staying Safe from 2020-05-18T10:00
Fitness centers are starting to reopen around the country. Whether you are ready to go back or prefer to exercise at home, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta shares some tips on how t...
ListenThe Future of Surveillance from 2020-05-15T10:00
Mobile apps, QR codes, facial recognition. Everyone is looking to technology for help in this pandemic, but some experts worry that this could infringe on individual privacy, even once the pandemic...
ListenThe Future of Restaurants from 2020-05-14T10:00
During this pandemic, restaurants have no longer been able to perform their role as social and cultural hubs. Even when they reopen, they may not function as they did in the past. CNN Chief Medical...
ListenThe Future of Travel from 2020-05-13T10:00
Our experience in airports and airplanes changed dramatically after 9/11. And experts now expect a similar transformation as a result of the pandemic. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gup...
ListenThe Future of Education from 2020-05-12T10:00
With this school year disrupted for so many, students and families are wondering what may happen in the fall. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with CNN correspondent Evan McM...
ListenRethinking Normal with Fareed Zakaria from 2020-05-11T10:00
As most states begin to reopen, much of the country is thinking about the future. Which aspects of our lives will have changed forever? CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and CNN host...
ListenThank You, Teacher from 2020-05-08T10:00
It's National Teacher Appreciation Week, and there's rarely been a more important time to be grateful for their hard work. CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta highlights some teachers'...
ListenThe Psychological Toll of Working on the Front Lines from 2020-05-07T10:00
Healthcare workers on the front lines are risking not only their lives, but their mental and emotional health as well. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with Dr. Steven McDo...
ListenThe Doctor Will See You Now...Online from 2020-05-06T10:00
As healthcare systems across the country focus on fighting the coronavirus pandemic, many have halted non-essential and non-emergency services. But plenty of people still need medical care for othe...
ListenThe Latest on Testing from 2020-05-05T10:00
We've addressed early questions about testing for Covid-19, but plenty remain. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains the latest on the different types of coronavirus tests and...
ListenSorting Fact from Fiction from 2020-05-04T10:00
As conspiracy theories and myths about Covid-19 continue to spread, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent?Dr. Sanjay Gupta sets the record straight on some of the most inaccurate information floating aro...
ListenIn Your Dreams from 2020-05-01T10:00
Have you been having bizarre dreams lately? CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Harvard dream researcher Deirdre Barrett about her Covid-19 dream survey and what happens whe...
ListenFrom Farm to Table: Is the Food Supply Chain Breaking? from 2020-04-30T10:00
Are we running out of meat? CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta turns to CNN National Correspondent Dianne Gallagher and Julie Niederhoff, associate professor of supply chain managem...
ListenThe Race for a Vaccine from 2020-04-29T10:00
A vaccine for Covid-19 could come faster than previous vaccines, but it could still be a year or more before one is widely available. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to a c...
ListenReopening Georgia: First Steps from 2020-04-28T10:00
For the first time in weeks, some Georgia businesses have reopened their doors as the state loosened coronavirus restrictions. But many business owners still have questions about whether to reopen,...
ListenKids Q&A with Dr. Sanjay Gupta and Carl Azuz from 2020-04-27T10:00
Children around the world have been impacted by Covid-19, and they understandably have curiosity and concerns about what's going on. CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta is joined by ...
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